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Saucy Beef Taco Pizza

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This Saucy Beef Taco Pizza is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining the savory richness of a taco with the ease of a pizza. The base is made from refrigerated crescent rolls pressed into a golden, flaky crust, layered with crunchy crushed corn chips for added texture. The filling is a robust mixture of ground beef, onions, mild green chilies, and your choice of mild or hot taco sauce. Topped with a creamy sour cream layer and a generous blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, this dish bakes until bubbly and aromatic. It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or anytime you crave a satisfying, protein-packed meal that feels like a hug in every bite. Serve with fresh lettuce, avocado, and tomato for a refreshing contrast.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 920.2
Description
This Saucy Beef Taco Pizza is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining the savory richness of a taco with the ease of a pizza. The base is made from refrigerated crescent rolls pressed into a golden, flaky crust, layered with crunchy crushed corn chips for added texture. The filling is a robust mixture of ground beef, onions, mild green chilies, and your choice of mild or hot taco sauce. Topped with a creamy sour cream layer and a generous blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, this dish bakes until bubbly and aromatic. It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or anytime you crave a satisfying, protein-packed meal that feels like a hug in every bite. Serve with fresh lettuce, avocado, and tomato for a refreshing contrast.
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2
    In a large frying pan or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink.
  3. 3
    Pour off excess drippings from the pan.
  4. 4
    Stir in 1 cup of taco sauce, the drained green chilies, and sliced olives (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors, then set aside.
  5. 5
    Grease a 9 to 10-inch pie pan.
  6. 6
    Separate the refrigerated crescent rolls into 8 triangles. Press them together in the bottom of the prepared pan to form a single crust layer, sealing the seams.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle 1 cup of the crushed corn chips evenly over the dough crust.
  8. 8
    Spread the beef mixture evenly over the layer of corn chips.
  9. 9
    Spread the sour cream evenly over the beef mixture.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and Cheddar cheese evenly over the sour cream.
  11. 11
    Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of crushed corn chips on top of the cheese.
  12. 12
    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. 13
    Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  14. 14
    Cut into wedges.
  15. 15
    Serve immediately, garnished with sliced avocado, diced tomato, shredded lettuce, and additional taco sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 920.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57.3g89%
Saturated Fat 27.5g138%
Cholesterol 238.0mg80%
Sodium 2276.1mg95%
Total Carbohydrate 24.8g9%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g24%
Sugars 16.9g
Protein 73.2g147%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, taco, pizza, ground beef, cheese, crescent rolls, mexican, fusion, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal, saucy, baked, monterey jack, cheddar, sour cream, corn chips, green chilies, onion, avocado
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